tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post6344526465897256687..comments2024-03-28T05:33:23.130-04:00Comments on J.Crew Aficionada: J.Crew Reviews {straight from the JCAs!}Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}http://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comBlogger73125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-66056759202017948762013-02-18T10:21:37.166-05:002013-02-18T10:21:37.166-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.gumdropshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04082774267883444838noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-55818949490234602522013-02-16T10:30:24.112-05:002013-02-16T10:30:24.112-05:00Thanks for the review! I'm waiting for a sale ...Thanks for the review! I'm waiting for a sale (I think you had a store % off). Any % off will be a lot given the super high price of this skirt though!ldchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04479030304565888360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-75272427708227493712013-02-16T10:30:03.267-05:002013-02-16T10:30:03.267-05:00It was too small in the bust (not busy). Stupid a...It was too small in the bust (not busy). Stupid autocorrect.Jessica VanWinklehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05638680998317764244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-35683725448679501752013-02-16T10:27:46.399-05:002013-02-16T10:27:46.399-05:00Purchased the MINNIE PANT IN BI-STRETCH WOOL in bl...Purchased the MINNIE PANT IN BI-STRETCH WOOL in black yesterday at my B&M. I am not a huge fan of the Minnie, even though I have a couple of pairs in the twill. I get a horrible camel toe look. But these were amazing on so worth a try at the sale price with the 30% off. Got my usual size of 2. HTH. JRSConiferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03267439414300795711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-14085893855243690842013-02-16T10:09:05.061-05:002013-02-16T10:09:05.061-05:00I need help with the gingham shirts. I tried on t...I need help with the gingham shirts. I tried on the stretch perfect shirt in a small and it fit perfectly everywhere it was too small on the busy. I could wear a cami under it and that would solve the problem, but are there any other gingham shirts that fit better in the bust? Thanks.Jessica VanWinklehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05638680998317764244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-71991743023882849012013-02-16T02:52:47.471-05:002013-02-16T02:52:47.471-05:00I just got the cashmere cardi in windowpane check ...I just got the cashmere cardi in windowpane check and shell in microcheck. Nice colors (green, navy and blue), but I should have known better (too much crewlade).<br /><br />The keyword here is "featherweight". While I have several featherweight cashmere cardis from previous spring/summer seasons that I love, I never paid much for them. For the price of these, I was expecting something nicer. The fabric is thin and looses its shape quickly. Worse, the windowpane looks like it will snag like crazy. The microcheck looks better in this regard, however the armholes of the shell are not so much large as oddly cut. Not sure sizing down would help. Bottom line for me is that for the price, these needed to be much better. They are going back.Lolohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16756231874509815128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-81830501177743967032013-02-16T02:28:37.396-05:002013-02-16T02:28:37.396-05:00I got the medallion paisley version knowing it wou...I got the medallion paisley version knowing it would be way too short as a dress (I am 5' 9"). I consider it a tunic. :-)<br /><br />The print is gorgeous, better than I expected. And it does work as a tunic (I read some concerns about it being narrow through the hips but I did not find it to be a problem). But I am still on the fence. The sleeves are a little snug and I am worried about the silk being too thin/delicate to get much wear.Lolohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16756231874509815128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-3257340921971361172013-02-14T22:14:18.315-05:002013-02-14T22:14:18.315-05:00Thanks for the reviews, love that June's Meado...Thanks for the reviews, love that June's Meadow print, hope the shirt does not sell out before it goes on sale.JRSConiferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03267439414300795711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-24507561431414040842013-02-14T22:01:12.599-05:002013-02-14T22:01:12.599-05:00Some liberty print reviews here and hereSome liberty print reviews <a href="http://shoperarach.blogspot.com/2013/02/j-crew-review-liberty-art-fabrics.html" rel="nofollow">here</a> and <a href="http://shoperarach.blogspot.com/2013/02/j-crew-review-liberty-perfect-shirt-in.html" rel="nofollow">here</a>OperaRachhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08580291817668441900noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-84658992284376769912013-02-14T16:37:56.161-05:002013-02-14T16:37:56.161-05:00Gumdrops,
I spend my summers in Hawaii (mostly Oah...Gumdrops,<br />I spend my summers in Hawaii (mostly Oahu) so I was excited to see your post. Whether you should visit JCrew at Ala Moana all depends on where you are staying. If you are staying in Waikiki/honolulu, then spending a few hours at the mall is not a bad idea. Ala Moana is the largest open air mall in the world and has high end stores like Chanel, Gucci, Hermes, as well as low end stores like Forever 21. It has something for everyone. They also have good restaurants and gift shops for souvenirs. The JCrew store there is not huge but is very chic and has incredible service. I've always felt that they carry all the basics (perfect shirts, Tippis, Minni Pants, etc) However, they rarely have sale merchandise. I'd be happy to give you more info on Hawaii if you need it. Just leave me your email. Happy travels!bellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05128979139278367894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-36606861205975213502013-02-14T09:37:07.007-05:002013-02-14T09:37:07.007-05:00D*ska, I've got 3 pairs of Saturday pants that...D*ska, I've got 3 pairs of Saturday pants that are in heavy weekly rotation (I sleep in them) and there's not a hole in sight. That's crazy that you got so many defective pairs!Whitneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09430359756472736482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-50374254501409463002013-02-14T00:42:22.713-05:002013-02-14T00:42:22.713-05:00Hi gumdrops... I'm a Canadian gal too. I visit...Hi gumdrops... I'm a Canadian gal too. I visited the J.Crew store in Ala Moana Center in Hawaii in 2010. The location was nearest to Nordstrom. Its not a full B&M store. Its J.Crew-on-the-island store. (http://www.alamoanacenter.com/App_Images/AMC-Maps_Listings.pdf)<br /><br />It was small. I bought some cute sandals and that's it. I was disappointed. Actually the Banana Republic flagship store in Ala Moana is the best one I have ever been in. I wouldn't stay in Honolulu just to visit the J.Crew store though. <br /><br />If you stay in Honolulu you may want to think of these activities: Ala Moana Center, high end shopping in Waikiki, Waikiki Beach, Hananuma Bay, Pearl Harbour and area. Have an amazing trip!!jnmullingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15364931533821062892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-70517094012859448502013-02-13T22:30:37.746-05:002013-02-13T22:30:37.746-05:00Thanks Jan. I'm just happy to contribute to th...Thanks Jan. I'm just happy to contribute to this wonderful community that Alexis has created. <br /><br />I need to revise my review of the Heather turquoise color. While it appears close to the Turquoise Pool color it more blue it.<br />I have photos of them side by side if anyone wants to see for themselves in case I come off confusing.D*skahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06231271723410897584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-33207864689480075332013-02-13T22:28:09.211-05:002013-02-13T22:28:09.211-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.D*skahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06231271723410897584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-89655067599586369632013-02-13T22:04:10.210-05:002013-02-13T22:04:10.210-05:00Has anyone tried the tapered hipster swimsuit bott...Has anyone tried the tapered hipster swimsuit bottoms? Last summer the bottoms that I normally buy ran very large. The extra small was even too big on me. Wondering if they corrected this. Any info on the tapered hipster bottom or the sizing of their swimwear would be appreciated!tnwhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10813064384363437365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-78984637583397241422013-02-13T20:52:32.945-05:002013-02-13T20:52:32.945-05:00D*ska, your reviews are really helpful and often e...D*ska, your reviews are really helpful and often entertaining too. I love reading them .:) janhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16257918991247030517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-65371804182682719432013-02-13T19:41:01.488-05:002013-02-13T19:41:01.488-05:00Thanks ruth. I feel much less red at the ears now....Thanks ruth. I feel much less red at the ears now. D*skahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06231271723410897584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-71833511821099828752013-02-13T19:28:17.236-05:002013-02-13T19:28:17.236-05:00D*ska, I love reading your reviews! Please don'...D*ska, I love reading your reviews! Please don't stop rambling!ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04081478322678615146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-9959583582714726662013-02-13T19:26:09.384-05:002013-02-13T19:26:09.384-05:00Sigh. Now I really want this dress.Sigh. Now I really want this dress.D*skahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06231271723410897584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-11132564827074123852013-02-13T19:25:13.134-05:002013-02-13T19:25:13.134-05:00That would have been fun though. Rosie in a Rosie ...That would have been fun though. Rosie in a Rosie dress.D*skahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06231271723410897584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-84479261146347562232013-02-13T19:24:10.168-05:002013-02-13T19:24:10.168-05:00Funny that you said it would work for the pregnant...Funny that you said it would work for the pregnant ladies because it made me look pregnant. I'm not. D*skahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06231271723410897584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-14604028243765168412013-02-13T19:19:36.218-05:002013-02-13T19:19:36.218-05:00Whoa! Didn't realize I rambled on so much. Apo...Whoa! Didn't realize I rambled on so much. Apologies. I blame JC.D*skahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06231271723410897584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-62978698213078155672013-02-13T19:18:12.383-05:002013-02-13T19:18:12.383-05:00The sizeable order on the first day of the promo a...The sizeable order on the first day of the promo arrived today. Mostly Tippis in various colors but also some other non-final sale tryouts.<br /><br />I'm saying bye-bye to: <br />The Sera top that made me look preggers though I loved how fresh the Melon color looked against my skin. I have got to find that color in another far less billowy and shapeless top.<br /> <br />Indian Voile popover in Pagoda blue (gorgeous color) that arrived with a hole near the placket. This is the second one that showed up with a hole. I'm going to exchange it in store...or should I take that as a sign and leave it alone?<br /><br />Cafe capri in Fresh Kiwi is a decidedly eww-inducing shade of neon gatorade. Arrivederci too, to the Bright Poppy color that's neither bright nor poppy. Who names these colors?<br /><br />I love the girls' charm bracelet in aquatic life. It is so perfect for my smaller wrists. Delicate and simple. Can't wait for spring/summer to wear it. It's a brighter gold that I know many JCAs loathe but it's fine with me because its size is so unassuming. Extends to 7" but can be worn at the 6" and 6.5" mark.<br /><br />Got the Tippi in Navy, Heather Silver, Heather Turquoise, Tropical Green, Lemon Pulp & Light Nectar. Don't judge, they're my go to basic sweaters and a great deal at the promo price + 30% off. The promo price has since gone up for all the colors that's weren't on final sale already, except for the navy, black & ivory which went back to full price. hmph! smh.<br />The Tropical green color is so very close to the Retro Jade color, only off by about one degree. I'm keeping the TG and giving my sis the RJ. And from about a distance of 12 feet you'd be hard-pressed to tell Hthr Turquoise and Turqoise pool apart. From up close the former is lighter and heathered, of course, of course. The Navy is so dark that I had to compare it with a black sweater to make sure that it was indeed navy. It'll probably look brighter outdoors.<br /><br />Finally, finally got a Saturday pant without a hole or tear in it after 4! attempts. Now that I have it in my possession, I am re-considering my ownership of an item that appears to unravel at the seams so easily. Go figure. Can someone please tell me that it's my bad luck and that it wears well?<br /><br />After reading all the rave reviews about it, the Stadium-cloth Cocoon coat in Dublin Green is due to arrive tomorrow. Hope I picked the right size.<br />D*skahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06231271723410897584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-16323800040684037472013-02-13T18:49:45.589-05:002013-02-13T18:49:45.589-05:00Sera top review in this post. Currently on promo f...Sera top review <a href="http://bit.ly/XMBjUU" rel="nofollow"><b>in this post</b></a>. Currently on promo for $78 + STYLE30.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06119918515498248436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-57080396948399600382013-02-13T16:52:23.372-05:002013-02-13T16:52:23.372-05:00OT, but does anyone live near or ever been to the ...OT, but does anyone live near or ever been to the J. Crew in Honolulu? I'm wondering if it's worth adding to my itinerary when I visit HI. The context is that I live in Canada and have zero B&M access...so this would kinda be like a pilgrimage. 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